Bangladeshi Woman Held at Phuket Airport With Cocaine

A 26-year-old Bangladeshi woman was arrested at Phuket International Airport after immigration officers discovered she was travelling with a forged official documents and cocaine concealed in her shoulder bag. The arrest took place at approximately 2:30pm on 28 February 2026 in the international departures hall. Authorities confirmed she faces charges of forging and using forged official documents and illegal possession of a Category 2

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The operation was led by Acting Police Lieutenant Colonel Akkaraphon Kaewkiatthayoth and carried out in coordination with the airport’s special operations unit. Officers intercepted the suspect after identifying irregularities in the official documents she presented. She was initially detained on suspicion of using falsified government papers.

Following her detention, officers conducted a search of her belongings. During the inspection, they discovered a quantity of cocaine hidden inside her shoulder bag. The substance was seized as evidence and the woman was taken into custody for further legal proceedings.

Authorities stated that the forged documents prompted immediate action by immigration officials, who are responsible for monitoring departures from the international terminal. The discovery of cocaine during the subsequent search led to additional narcotics charges. Under Thai law, cocaine is classified as a Category 2 narcotic.

The arrest highlights ongoing enforcement efforts at Phuket International Airport to detect document fraud and drug-related offences. Immigration officers routinely screen travellers and coordinate with specialised units when suspicious activity is identified. Officials have not disclosed further details regarding the suspect’s intended destination.

The woman remains in custody and will face legal action in accordance with Thai law. Investigations are expected to continue to determine the origin of the forged documents and the source of the cocaine. Authorities have not released further information at this stage.

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